Beny Esguerra

Beny Esguerra is a Colombian-Canadian musician, producer, and community activist blending Afro-Colombian rhythms, hip-hop, and jazz into a vibrant sonic tapestry. Based in Toronto, he’s known for his socially conscious lyrics and mastery of traditional instruments like the *kuisi* (indigenous flute) paired with sharp bilingual rapping in Spanish and English. His music often celebrates diasporic resilience, with releases like *Mi Barrio* and *Northside Kuisi* reflecting his roots in Bogotá’s neighborhoods and Toronto’s multicultural Northside. A fixture in grassroots arts initiatives, Esguerra also mentors youth and organizes workshops bridging music and social justice. Tracks like *La Vida Is Short* and *Return* showcase his knack for merging cumbia, champeta, and boom-bap beats while advocating for community healing. Whether firing up dancefloors or sparking dialogue, he’s a vibe-maker and culture-keeper rolled into one.

Genres

Folk

Hip Hop

R&b

Jazz

Reggae

Boom Bap

Cumbia

Champeta

Afro-colombian

Latest Release

Mi Barrio

Beny Esguerra•

New Tradition Music

Single - Released March 13, 2025